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Snoring problem
Sir I am facing problem of snoring from past 2 years now... Earlier the frequency of snoring was only when I consumed alcohol but no even without that I am snoring...My wife and kids get disturbed from this...I get a good 8 hours sleep at night with 1-2 times urine break... kindly suggest...
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Snoring can be because of many reasons. Proper evaluation of nose for deviated nasal septum, turbinate hypertrophy, oral examination includes palate examination , base of tongue any tonsillar hypertrophy. Your BMI is important.
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Will require details such as ur height and weight ... Also in which position are u snoring more supine or sideways ... Snoring can be due to many reasons will require a detailed history and discussion followed by examination ... Meanwhile good lifestyle choices , exercise and weight reduction will help somewhat
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Dr. Madhuri
ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist
2 yrs exp
Bangalore
Snoring can be because of many reasons. If you are overweight then try reducing weight. Regular breathing exercises can help too. It requires further evaluation.
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